NewsNation - Associate Director - Part-time

Location: New York, NY; onsite role

Salary: $65.00–$75.00 per hour, commensurate with experience

Company

NewsNation is a national news network owned by hirify.global, delivering fact-based journalism across cable, digital, and mobile platforms.

What you will do

• Partner with the Director to execute live and pre-recorded broadcasts.
• Maintain show timing and track rundown elements throughout each broadcast.
• Manage video, graphics, and production assets in newsroom and playout systems.
• Cue and roll video using Bit Central and other production systems.
• Coordinate with Master Control on commercial breaks, timing changes, and live operational updates.
• Support breaking news coverage and collaborate with Producers, control room staff, and teams in New York, Chicago, and Washington, DC.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in a broadcast control room, production environment, or network news operation.
• Experience timing live broadcasts and managing rundown elements.
• Familiarity with newsroom computer systems such as iNews or ENPS.
• Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills, with the ability to remain calm and detail-oriented under pressure.
• Availability for flexible scheduling, including nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours during major news events.
• DGA membership in good standing is required.

Nice to have

• Experience with automated production and video playout systems.

Culture & Benefits

• Fast-paced live production environment focused on breaking news.
• Part-time employees are eligible for a 401(k) and applicable local or state leave plans.
• Union positions receive benefits outlined in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Full-time employee benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, paid time off, paid parental leave, life insurance, and 401(k) matching contributions.